Anfernee Simons has tallied 4.6 assists per game this year, ranking in the 89th percentile -- among the NBA's hottest in this category in recent games.The Portland Trail Blazers have played at the 3rd-speediest tempo in the NBA while playing at home this year.Offensive rebounds retain possession and bring about more chances for scoring and assists, and the Trail Blazers rank 2nd-best in in the NBA with 13.4 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games.Anfernee Simons will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home tends to increase stat production across the board.
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